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<div>On October 15, 2026, our community experienced something no parent, child or family should ever have to endure. The unimaginable violence at Silver Rail Elementary School has forever changed lives and left our beloved community of Bend heartbroken.
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<div>In the midst of that tragedy, one father stepped forward.
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<div>His name is Kaylub Giamanco.
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<div>Kaylub is a husband, a father to two beautiful girls, ages 5 and 10, and someone I am incredibly fortunate to call a very dear friend.
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<div>He has called Bend home since middle school. He grew up here, built his life here and chose to raise his own family in the same community that raised him. Both of his daughters attend Silver Rail Elementary.
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<div>When the unthinkable happened at their school, Kaylub took action. He followed the gunman into the building and stopped him, putting his own life at risk in the process.
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<div>People are calling him a hero. And while his actions were extraordinarily brave, those of us who know Kaylub know that he would simply say he did what any loving father and community member would have done.
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<div>But what Kaylub did was anything but ordinary.
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<div>He acted out of love. Love for his daughters, love for the children inside that school and love for the community he has called home for most of his life.
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<div>And now, as the immediate danger has passed, Kaylub and his family are left to process something no family should ever have to experience.
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<div>Being brave does not mean being unaffected. Being a hero does not mean you don't need help.
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<div>Kaylub, his wife Kelsey and their two young daughters have an incredibly difficult road ahead of them. The emotional and psychological impact of this tragedy cannot be overstated, and they deserve the time, space and resources to begin healing together.
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<div>We are raising funds to help support their family with:
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<div>- Trauma-informed therapy and mental health care for Kaylub, Kelsey and both of their daughters
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<div>- Any legal expenses or professional support that may arise from the events of October 15
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<div>- Lost income and everyday living expenses while Kaylub takes time away from work to be with his family
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<div>- Any additional needs that arise as they navigate the days, weeks and months ahead
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<div>We want to give this family the freedom to focus on one another without the added weight of financial uncertainty.
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<div>But there is something else Kaylub wants people to understand.
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<div>**Good has to come from this. Things have to change. Our children deserve to be safe at school.**
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<div>No parent should have to wonder whether their child will come home at the end of the day. No child should have to experience this kind of fear. And no family should have to endure the unimaginable grief that our community is experiencing right now.
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<div>Kaylub's actions were courageous, but he should never have been placed in a situation where such courage was necessary.
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<div>He wants this tragedy to mean something. He wants it to lead to meaningful change, to conversations that matter and to a future where our children are safer.
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<div>As we support Kaylub and his family, we also hold close the families whose lives have been forever changed, especially those grieving loved ones and those facing the long road to recovery. Our hearts are with every child, educator, parent and family affected by this devastating tragedy.
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<div>Bend is more than the place we live. It is our home. It is our community. And right now, one of our own needs us.
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<div>If you are able to donate, no amount is too small. If you cannot donate, please consider sharing this fundraiser and helping us surround this family with the love and support they deserve.
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<div>Kaylub was there for our community in a moment of unimaginable fear.
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<div>**Now it's our turn to be there for him.**
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<div>From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for supporting Kaylub, Kelsey and their girls.
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Stand With Kaylub: A Father's Courage at Silver Rail

Reagan and Isaac, my daughter and son-in-law, have been together since high school and are looking forward to celebrating their first wedding anniversary this October. Their dream of starting a family came true sooner than expected, and we were all thrilled to learn they were expecting twins. However, their journey took an unexpected turn when Reagan gave birth to twin boys at just 27 weeks. Both boys are now in the NICU, where they will need specialized care for the next few months. 
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 This sudden change means Reagan will be out of work much earlier than planned, and the financial strain is already starting to build. The costs of medical bills, living expenses, and the uncertainty of the coming months are overwhelming. Reagan and Isaac are doing everything they can to stay strong for their boys, but the stress of making ends meet is a heavy burden. 
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 Anything raised through this fundraiser will help ease that burden. It will allow Reagan to focus on her recovery and caring for the twins without worrying about finances, and give Isaac the chance to spend more time with his family instead of returning to work too soon. Your support means the world to us, and we are so grateful for any help you can provide during this challenging time.

Support for Reagan & Isaac’s NICU Twins

<div>Our cousin Grayson Collier was born in October 2021 with Tetrasomy 18P, a rare chromosomal condition. He is a fighter and has already beaten so many odds in his life with the support of his parents Brandon and Jen.
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<div>Recently Grayson was hospitalized with RSV. Things took a turn and he's on ECMO, a machine supporting his lungs and heart, as he's been struggling with oxygen levels and a collapsed lung. He was rushed to Portland, Oregon for more advanced care, and the doctors there are doing everything they can for him in the ICU.
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<div>While it was expected for him to be hospitalized for a few weeks, it could potentially be 3 months. Now, Jen and Brandon are faced with hefty medical bills on top of being 4 hours away from home and their jobs. They also must get a hotel nightly. We would like to support them in any way we can, and financially help them so they do not have to worry about making ends meet during this time. Allowing them to have their sole focus on Grayson would be a big help to them.
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Aid for Grayson's Hospital Journey

<div>Help us help Nikki. Nikki came to CVICU as a travel nurse and was instantly loved by all of her coworkers and patients. Recently, Nikki has suffered the devastating loss of her husband, Jason, who was hit by an impaired driver while riding his e-bike in Medford. Jason was a well known and loved chef in Bend. They had recently been traveling in their RV while Nikki was working as a critical care travel nurse. This has turned Nikki’s world upside down, help us take care of one of our travel nurses during this impossible time ❤️
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Support Nikki After Tragic Loss of Husband

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